Bottled gas level indicators

[Rogerlathbury]

Hi all,
I am looking for a device that monitors the gas level in my bottled gas. I've seen many from the Truma device with Bluetooth connecting to a smart phone (@ €130) down to the cheap as chips stick on ones at £2 or £3. I don't particularly want to spend €130 on this, but want something that works. I am seeing very mixed reviews of most. Opinions and recommendations would be most appreciated.

 

[Off da Grid]

Tap the side of the bottle the sound changes when you get to the level of the liquid. I carry 2 bottles run it too empty and change

 

[cmcardle75]

Safefill is great. Just shine a torch at the side and you can see the level clear as day. But I guess you have something else, as you're asking!

 

[Rogerlathbury]

Would like Safefill (lighter and gas is cheaper), BUT I keep seeing comments on the Safefill FB page of gas stations taking out pumps. I know that some Morrison's have pumps, but certainly not all. Therefore at the moment sticking with Calor and living with the rediculas LPG price.

 

[cmcardle75]

Would like Safefill (lighter and gas is cheaper), BUT I keep seeing comments on the Safefill FB page of gas stations taking out pumps. I know that some Morrison's have pumps, but certainly not all. Therefore at the moment sticking with Calor and living with the rediculas LPG price.

There are still stations about. And it is still more convenient than Calor, even though there are more Calor suppliers. Half the time they don't have your size of bottle and have poor opening hours.

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[Rogerlathbury]

Off da Grid, maybe I should buy a second bottle, but I'm a bit concerned adding weight to only one side of the MH. I guess this would solve the problem.

 

[Rogerlathbury]

There are still stations about. And it is still more convenient than Calor, even though there are more Calor suppliers. Half the time they don't have your size of bottle and have poor opening hours.

Yes you are probably right, I guess it's having the confidence to buy one. I guess i was hoping for a low cost quick fix. Decisions, decisions, decisions !!!!

 

[thebriars]

Hi all,
I am looking for a device that monitors the gas level in my bottled gas. I've seen many from the Truma device with Bluetooth connecting to a smart phone (@ €130) down to the cheap as chips stick on ones at £2 or £3. I don't particularly want to spend €130 on this, but want something that works. I am seeing very mixed reviews of most. Opinions and recommendations would be most appreciated.

Gas-It do a Bluetooth one for around £60, however its only really suitable for a refillable bottle. Its pretty good, accurate to a few %.

 

[Rogerlathbury]

Gas-It do a Bluetooth one for around £60, however its only really suitable for a refillable bottle. Its pretty good, accurate to a few %.

Really looking for one for Calor. Would prefer refillable, perhaps Safefill but concerned about reducing number of LPG stations

 

[Two on Tour]

I use as several other Funsters do, a Mopeka sensor which is the same as the Gas-it one, that fixes to the bottom of Calor bottles and refillable's by magnets.

Very accurate and reliable, sends the level info to a bluetooth app on your mobile.

Mopeka Tank Check Remote Bluetooth Gas Bottle Level Sender

Mopeka Tank Check Remote Bluetooth Gas Bottle Level Sender The Mopeka Check Standard Sensor works on Calor 11kg bottles, Alugas cylidners horizontal Motorhome tanks. Allows you to monitor the level of propane using the free Mopeka Check app on your smartphone or tablet. Or, propane level can...

www.lpgshop.co.uk

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[EdwardFT]

Tap the side of the bottle the sound changes when you get to the level of the liquid. I carry 2 bottles run it too empty and change

I could never be sure of hearing the change in sound. Like you I carry 2 bottles, run 1 to empty then change over and buy another at leisure. If you really want to know, you can disconnect the bottle and weigh it on bathroom scales. On Calor bottles the tare (i.e. empty weight) is on the collar attached to the neck of the bottle, in lbs and oz.

 

[Smudger55]

Hi all,
I am looking for a device that monitors the gas level in my bottled gas. I've seen many from the Truma device with Bluetooth connecting to a smart phone (@ €130) down to the cheap as chips stick on ones at £2 or £3. I don't particularly want to spend €130 on this, but want something that works. I am seeing very mixed reviews of most. Opinions and recommendations would be most appreciated.

Hi Roger.... go CMC CLUB shop PRIMA, I bought this, GasStop Emergency Gas Shut-Off Valve. I bought this for our spare Calor bottle, it tells amount of gas left. I also have a 10kg Safefill refillable bottle as well. Best wishes. Smudger55

 

[Nasher]

I could never be sure of hearing the change in sound. Like you I carry 2 bottles, run 1 to empty then change over and buy another at leisure. If you really want to know, you can disconnect the bottle and weigh it on bathroom scales. On Calor bottles the tare (i.e. empty weight) is on the collar attached to the neck of the bottle, in lbs and oz.

There you go and only 7 quid:

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[Two on Tour]

There you go and only 7 quid:

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Don't forget to get a couple of tubes of this to ease your pulled shoulder and back after yanking the gas bottle in and out to see how much gas is in it.

 

[the1andonly]

I use as several other Funsters do, a Mopeka sensor which is the same as the Gas-it one, that fixes to the bottom of Calor bottles and refillable's by magnets.

Very accurate and reliable, sends the level info to a bluetooth app on your mobile.

Also available from amazon us (gasit comparison price more sensible than 2 yrs ago)
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[ADJF]

Love my Mopeka sensors . You attach them via the magnet to the bottom of the tank and monitor via the Bluetooth smartphone app. I change the batteries on them each year and they are very reliable. I have a pair of Gasif bottles but there is nothing stopping you putting them on the calor tanks. My gasit has paid for itself several times over and if you are heading to mainland Europe then it is essential.

 

[Cal54]

Here’s another happy Mopeka user. Hardest job is changing the battery in it!! Very accurate.

 

[the1andonly]

Here’s another happy Mopeka user.
here is nothing stopping you putting them on the calor tanks.

I use one on refilable one on calor both propane and butane.

 

[Steve and Denise]

Has anybody tried these Mopeka sensors on a grey waste tank I know the tanks are plastic but would it work in the same fashion, as the factory fit one on our van is not good at all,

 

[Chrisvh]

Gaslow have just introduced a bluetooth option called the Wave. I have one fitted and it is excellent. At a price!

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[Zains Pops]

Another vote for Mobeka. Just remember to take it off if you’re using swap bottles.
Works well as long as the battery is good.

Bought mine on Amazon from USA.

 

[Graham of Madrid]

I use luggage scales to weigh the gas bottles and to check the Mopeka is reporting empty bottles correctly.

 

[MikeyP]

Gaslow have just introduced a bluetooth option called the Wave. I have one fitted and it is excellent. At a price!

Hi Chris - does this measure both bottles or do you have to buy two to do that? Cheers.

 

[Lorryman100]

I have the Mopeka system and it works well enough in letting you know the rough levels in each bottle though the batteries don't last more than 6 months for me. The Gaslow bottles have a gauge in the top and once you work out just how they record the levels they are pretty accurate. But for me the most reliable tool I have is the level gauge from Truma. It visually lets you see the levels in a gas bottle, both refillable and Calor. The only downside is you need to place the tool against the bottle. But using all three methods lets me know when I need to top up.

TRUMA GAS LEVEL CHECK

Truma Level Check is a mobile filling level indicator for all (propane/butane-LPG) steel or aluminum gas cylinders with a diameter of 200 to 350mm. The device recognises whether there is liquefied gas in the cylinder at the measuring point and indicates this. Design:- Silver coloured upper shell...

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Truma have also released a similar product to the Mopeka system though I have no experience of this particular model

Truma Gas Level Control Monitor

With the Truma Gas Level Control, you can accurately check your gas fill level without going near the bottles. Compatible with Truma iNet.

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[ronidog1]

Basic truma gas checker works well for me. I though it was a little expensive but now think it was worth it.

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[Chrisvh]

Hi Chris - does this measure both bottles or do you have to buy two to do that? Cheers.

 

[Chrisvh]

Unfortunately it just measures one cylinder. I have it on No 1 cylinder to monitor that. I am so impressed that I hope Santa brings me another in December.

 

[Carpmart]

I use as several other Funsters do, a Mopeka sensor which is the same as the Gas-it one, that fixes to the bottom of Calor bottles and refillable's by magnets.

Very accurate and reliable, sends the level info to a bluetooth app on your mobile.

Mopeka Tank Check Remote Bluetooth Gas Bottle Level Sender

Mopeka Tank Check Remote Bluetooth Gas Bottle Level Sender The Mopeka Check Standard Sensor works on Calor 11kg bottles, Alugas cylidners horizontal Motorhome tanks. Allows you to monitor the level of propane using the free Mopeka Check app on your smartphone or tablet. Or, propane level can...

www.lpgshop.co.uk

Following our discussion on this at the weekend, I’ve ordered one! Thanks for the recommendation!

 

[the1andonly]

To improve battery life on the mopeka system you can change the refresh rate.

 

[Jev88]

Another vote for Mopeka. Sometimes cheaper to order from USA Amazon.

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